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15 DAYS 10 DAY TREK 14 BREAKFASTS, 13 LUNCHES AND 13 DINNERS
10 NIGHTS CAMPING 4 NIGHTS HOTEL IMAGE: Endless folds of Zanskar Range and our campsite below the Ganda La | Sarah Higgins
22 DAYS 16 DAY TREK & CLIMB
5 NIGHTS HOTEL 16 NIGHTS CAMPING
21 BREAKFASTS, 20 LUNCHES AND 20 DINNERS
IMAGE: Views of Stok Kangri dominate the skyline from Leh | Gavin Turner
beyond the markha valley
twin peaks of ladakh
GRADE |ENTRY LEVEL MOUNTAINEERING/ EXPLORATORY TREK 8
challenging 6000 metre peaks with remote trekking
from arid to fertile, this scenic mountain trek has it all
highlights
• Explore trails linking whitewashed settlements and tiny monasteries to the vast pastures of Rupshu
• Head off the beaten track to the Zalung Karpo and remote Tibetan borderlands
• Traverse passes where prayer flags reflect a deep Buddhist heritage
• Enjoy a fully supported trek staying in beautifully situated campsites
• Experience traditional hospitality in our hotel in Leh
• Visit ancient monasteries and forts in the upper Indus Valley
brief itinerary
DAY 1 | Join Delhi 2 | Fly to Leh 3 | In Leh, visit Shey Palace and Tikse monastery 4/6 | Commence trek to base of Ganda La 7 | Cross Ganda La
to Shingo village 8/10 | Trek Markha valley to Hankar village 11 | Trek to base Zalung La 12/13 | Cross Zalung La to Dat 14 | Drive to Leh, Hemis monastery 15 | Fly to Delhi, trip concludes
inclusions
MEALS: 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 13 dinners ACCOMMODATION: good quality accommodation in Delhi and Leh • accommodation in our fully serviced wilderness campsites GUIDES: expert local guide TRANSPORT: all internal transport by private car or jeep (excluding internal flights) EQUIPMENT: the use of a World Expeditions trek
WHEN TO GO
REGULAR DEPARTURES
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highlights
• A stunning trek combining climbs on Stok Kangri (6153m) and Kangyaze's (6200m) western summit
• Savour unrivalled Karakoram views • Visit remote villages & monasteries
perched on sugarloaf mountains
• Explore ancient monasteries and forts in the upper Indus Valley
WHEN TO GO
REGULAR DEPARTURES
SEE WEBSITE FOR ALL DATES
J J A S O N D
TRIP CODE: TPL
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pack which includes a quality sleeping bag, down or fibre fill jacket and insulated mat valued at over US$500 • group camping equipment • souvenir World Expeditions kit bag • group medical kit for use during trip PLUS: pack horses to carry all personal and group equipment • sightseeing and
all park entrance fees and permits
For competitive airfares to Delhi and stop-over ideas contact our expert staff today for a detailed quote
Pakistan
Leh
Markha Valley
Delhi
India
Tibet
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Stok Kangri Leh Kangyaze
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Delhi
GRADE |
MODERATE
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• This trip is an ideal introduction to Himalayan climbing or a perfect follow on to ascending a Nepal trekking peak
• Visits to Alchi Monastery and the Khardung La, the world's highest road
brief itinerary
DAY 1 | Join Delhi, 2 | Fly to Leh,
3/5 | In Leh 6/9 | Trek to Stok Kangri Base 10 | Climb Stok Kangri (6153m) 11/13 | Cross Ganda La to Markha Valley 14/17 | Trek to base Kangyaze 2 18 | Climb western ridge Kangyaze 2 (6200m) 19/20 | Cross Kongmaru La, trek Shang Sumdo 21 | Trek Shang monastery visit then drive to Leh,
22 | Fly to Delhi, trip concludes
inclusions
MEALS: 21 breakfasts, 20 lunches and 20 dinners ACCOMMODATION: good quality accommodation in Delhi and Leh • accommodation in our fully serviced wilderness campsites GUIDES: expert local mountaineering leader supported by an experienced crew TRANSPORT: all internal transport by private car or jeep
(excluding internal flights) EQUIPMENT: the use of a World Expeditions trek pack which includes a quality sleeping bag, down or fibre fill jacket and insulated mat valued at over US$500 • souvenir World Expeditions kit bag • safety equipment including portable altitude chamber and medical kit PLUS: pack horses to carry all personal and group equipment • sightseeing and all park entrance fees and required permits
Tibet
Nepal